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Attitude

Sometimes we need to get away from what we do to appreciate the rest of the world. Sometimes we have to get away from what we do to appreciate what we do. Looking out helps us look in.

As I write, a thunderstorm is fighting

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Small Talk: Miniature Horses

Miniature Horses are gaining in popularity, say devotees of the diminutive breed, but that growth has brought with it some problems in the realm of health and conformation. Mary Ann Eberth, operator of Little King Farm in Madison, Ind., says the

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Info Flow

When did we lose our way? How did it happen? What was the reasoning behind horse owners asking questions about health care, putting up money for research to find answers, then being ignored when breakthroughs occurred? I’ve been asking these

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It Starts With One Opinion

Have you ever noticed that most conversations start with one person’s opinion? Usually followed by another person’s opinion, or a variation on the first opinion. Which then leads to a conversation and possibly learning something about each other

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Do You Know?

Sometimes don’t you wish you could just catch up? You know, read that book that would help you understand what horse whisperers actually do; digest that article on foal imprinting before the first one hits the ground next year;

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Shipping Regulations

Destination X or bust! Your bags are packed and you’re ready to hit the road with your favorite horse. But, before gassing up the truck or loading onto an airplane for that journey, you need to consider what regulations concerning

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AHSA Directors Meet And Change Name of Organization

Directors of the American Horse Shows Association (AHSA) met in Lexington, Kentucky, on Tuesday, July 10, 2001 and acting as the Voting Members of the corporation, voted to change the Certificate of Incorporation to reflect a new name

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Nothing But Net: Equine Health Information Online

With the explosion of web sites (more than 10 million, and increasing), veterinary information has proliferated. Hundreds of businesses, organizations, institutions, and individuals upload information related to equine health

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Extruded Feeds

The first time you saw extruded feed, you probably thought, Ick. Dog food! The nondescript brown lumps do look a lot like your hound’s kibble, or some sort of uninspired version of Cocoa Puffs, and in fact they’re made by the same process–but”P>The first time you saw extruded feed, you probably thought, Ick. Dog food! The nondescript brown lumps do look a lot like your hound’s kibble, or some sort of uninspired version of”>The first time you saw extruded feed, you probably thought, Ick. Dog food! The nondescript brown lumps do look a lot l”The first time you saw extruded feed, you probably thought,

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Nutrition 101

You don’t need to be a novice to be confused about the subject of equine nutrition. Many long-time horse owners have never dabbled in the mysteries of feeding because their horses always were kept at boarding stables or managed by

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Progress and Prognostication

The year’s end is a time for reflection, and looking ahead. This has been a critical year for the horse industry. We have been blessed with prosperity, and attacked by diseases and animal rights groups. Our horses are healthier than ever before,

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International Livestock Congress Introduces Ranch Horse 101

The International Livestock Congress (ILC) will introduce a new and effective change to its line-up of topics during its annual meeting in February 2002 when it modifies its traditional equine forum to focus on issues affecting ranchers and beef

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EEE In Florida

Florida state agriculture officials are urging citizens to take precautions since a growing number of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) cases in Florida have been diagnosed in horses.

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Ryerss Farm Seeks Items For Silent Auction

It’s time for you to help your elders—your equine elders, that is. Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines is actively seeking donations of antiques, artwork, gift certificates, and horse-related items to make its silent auction a success. The fund-raiser

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